Premium Seating Manager

POSITION: Premium Seating Manager                 

DEPARTMENT: Premium Seating    

REPORTS TO: General Manager

FLSA STATUS: Salaried, Exempt

LEGENDS GLOBAL

Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach.

Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking of world-class live events and venues.

The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career.

Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sounds like a winning formula for you. Join us!

VENUE/PROPERTY INFO

Denny Sanford PREMIER Center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, is consistently ranked as the #1 entertainment venue in the state. Our venue boasts a full calendar of events including concerts, comedy shows, family shows, sporting events, banquets, conventions, trade shows, meetings, and more. With the attached Convention Center and Arena, we are the largest venue between Omaha and Fargo, and from Minneapolis to Denver.

THE ROLE

The Premium Seating Manager reports to the General Manager and oversees all event service and operation activities for luxury suites and premium seating. This position is responsible for providing the best customer service possible to the Club Seat holders, Suite holders and Loge Box holders; retaining their support and keeping them renewing their contracts; and managing, recruiting, scheduling, coordinating, training and deploying Premium Level staff for all events at the facility. 

ESSENTIAL DUTES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages premium services team during specific events to resolve customer-related issues.
• Responsible for contract renewals and sales of open inventory.
• Gains knowledge of Suite/Loge clientele to provide excellent customer service.
• Works in conjunction with the Box Office to build and manage the ticketing of premium seating.
• Determines availability and pricing on an event-by-event basis for additional premium seating.
• Plans and monitors Club Members’ special events and gifts regarding suite and seat holders.
• Trains and manages premium services team.
• Responsible for developing, implementing and overseeing all service and operation policies, procedures and programs.
• Administers premium services that include VIP parking and VIP add-on programs.
• Assists in the development and coordination of special events and value-added programs for Club members & Suite Holders.
• Serves as a liaison with other event staff affecting the suite levels, including Security, Operations, Event Services, Food & Beverage departments and teams.
• Provides on-going communication and problem resolution to customers throughout the events and daily contact on issues dealing with event announcements, ticketing issues, account changes, suite décor and maintenance.
• Monitors and makes recommendations for suite inventory and major maintenance of suites.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises a team of part-time team members. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Legends Global’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding; disciplining employees in conjunction with Human Resources; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration and/or other degree related to Public Relations and Hospitality.
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ management experience in customer service with excellent communication skills.
• Minimum of 1 year industry related experience.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with ticketing software preferred.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to handle multiple tasks at a time.
• Ability to work independently, exercise judgement and initiative.
• Good communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Professional presentation, appearance, and work ethic.
• Excellent customer service and public relation skills.
• Ability to work event hours, including nights and weekends.
• Regular, reliable attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position.

COMPENSATION

Competitive wage, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location: On Site – Denny Sanford PREMIER Center in Sioux Falls, SD

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility, stand for long hours during events, and talk and hear.

NOTE:

The essential responsibilities of this position are described below the above headings. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.